Executive Summary
Camp Blessing ministers to children with special needs and their families and care givers. Since
camp opened in 2006, Camp Blessing focused on providing an environment where the love of
Jesus Christ is demonstrated through building relationships, engaging children in indoor/outdoor
activities, and giving hope and joy to special campers who are often left out and isolated by
today’s society. Camp Blessing offers a unique five day experience to children with physical,
emotional, and /or mental health conditions that may not permit their participation at other
camping facilities. It is Camp Blessing’s mission to operate a no barriers camp in which each
person can fully experience the fun, excitement, and spiritual encouragement in a loving and
natural outdoor setting.
The Lord has shown favor on Camp Blessing, having dramatically expanded service from 17
campers in the 2006 inaugural year to serving over 400 campers with the assistance of 600
volunteers in 2015. In addition over that same period, Camp blessing has operated in the
“BLACK” financially, generating over $1 million dollars in support and placing over $500,000
on the “BOTTOM LINE” in 2014, alone. And, even with this tremendous growth, Camp
Blessing has to turn many interest families away each year because of its limited capacity.
The greatest challenge to meeting the increasing demand from families and children longing for
the opportunity participate in summer camp is Camp Blessing’s current “nomadic” operation.
Presently, Camp Blessing travels and rents a variety of facilities to house the camp; relocating
every few weeks during summer. Until such time as Camp Blessing builds its own fully
accessible campus, the tight Texas camp market necessitates travel and adapting the program,
staff, and campers to spaces available for rent. In 2015, Camp Blessing has rented two camps,
each for four summer weeks. Therefore, Camp Blessing must move 163 miles from the
operation base in Tomball to the first camp and, a few weeks later move again 133 miles to the
second camp, followed by a return to Tomball.
With a summer full of transitions between rental facilities (three weeks at one camp, 4 weeks at
another), Camp Blessing is extremely limited in the number of campers, supporting volunteers
recruited, families and care givers it can serve. There are over 600000 special needs children in
the Houston Metroplex, a population growing by 11.5% in the next five years. Obviously, Camp
Blessing is needs to grow in capacity both in capacity and activities for the ministry. Only by
owning a facility in a convenient location, can Camp Blessing meet the needs of these wonderful
children.
God has already responded to this great need by providing 70 acres in the Tomball area, only ten
minutes west of The Woodlands. What is needed now is a facility on the beautifully virgin
wooded property. We are ...
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The bulletin board document provides updates and announcements for Camp Luther including:
- #GivingTuesday is November 28th and gifts can be made through the PushPay App to support Camp Luther.
- Summer camp registration opens on December 1st at campluther.com/register.
- Camp Luther gift certificates can be purchased and used for camps and in the canteen.
- The document also provides information on alumni connections, supporting Camp Luther through Amazon Smile purchases, upcoming recognition of investors, and links to view the online newsletter.
The camp is seeking $600,000 for the renovation of its main lodge and energy improvements that will increase our capacity to provide year round programs. We project that these improvements will increase our annual revenues by 67% and allow us to serve 3,000 – 5,000 additional area residents each year with our valuable programs and services, as well as increase our ability to accommodate additional volunteers.
august2011 web version
The document provides information about various fundraising and volunteer opportunities to support Camp Luther, including #GivingTuesday on November 27th, purchasing gift certificates, shopping on Amazon Smile, using Goodshop and Goodsearch, and participating in a photo contest. It also announces Taylor "Olive" Baumeister as the 2018 Volunteer of the Year for their work training staff in first aid and CPR.
This document is a bulletin board from Camp Luther that provides information about their summer camps, day camps, weekend retreats, photo contests, gift certificates, and more. It encourages people to visit their website for registration, additional details on programs, and to download their annual report. The document promotes Camp Luther's mission of faith, family and friendship through their various camping programs.
The document discusses B'nai B'rith Camp (BB Camp), located on 200 scenic acres on the shores of Lake of the Woods in Kenora, Ontario. It describes BB Camp as a place where kids can feel free to be themselves, away from technology and pressures of everyday life. The camp focuses on developing confidence, leadership skills, and Jewish identity and culture through activities like canoeing, arts, and celebrating Jewish traditions. The document discusses plans to invest in upgrading infrastructure and facilities to support current programs and allow for growth, funded by a capital campaign. Research shows Jewish overnight camp significantly increases likelihood of engaging with the Jewish community as adults.
Camp Mary Orton seeks $600,000 to renovate its main lodge to allow for year-round programming and increased revenue. The renovations would include constructing a new restroom building, rebuilding the deteriorated rear terrace and stairs, and making energy improvements to allow heat. This is expected to increase annual revenues by 67% by allowing more weeks of rental use and higher rental rates. The lodge upgrades would improve the camping experience for its main program of providing a subsidized summer camp for 200 local youth each year. Camp Mary Orton has been operating for over 100 years on 167 acres just north of Columbus, providing character building programs that have benefited over 100,000 people.
This document provides guidance on developing an internship program at La Montaña Christian Camps in Costa Rica. It begins with background on La Montaña and its mission. It then discusses the benefits of internships abroad and important first steps like identifying the mission, purpose, goals and objectives of the program. The document offers tools to help design the program, including its duration and best practices. It provides suggestions for recruitment and developing the program in partnership with Christian colleges. The overall aim is to help La Montaña thoughtfully develop an internship program that allows qualified young people to serve at the camps while further exploring ministry vocations.
The bulletin board document provides updates and announcements for Camp Luther including:
- #GivingTuesday is November 28th and gifts can be made through the PushPay App to support Camp Luther.
- Summer camp registration opens on December 1st at campluther.com/register.
- Camp Luther gift certificates can be purchased and used for camps and in the canteen.
- The document also provides information on alumni connections, supporting Camp Luther through Amazon Smile purchases, upcoming recognition of investors, and links to view the online newsletter.
The camp is seeking $600,000 for the renovation of its main lodge and energy improvements that will increase our capacity to provide year round programs. We project that these improvements will increase our annual revenues by 67% and allow us to serve 3,000 – 5,000 additional area residents each year with our valuable programs and services, as well as increase our ability to accommodate additional volunteers.
august2011 web version
The document provides information about various fundraising and volunteer opportunities to support Camp Luther, including #GivingTuesday on November 27th, purchasing gift certificates, shopping on Amazon Smile, using Goodshop and Goodsearch, and participating in a photo contest. It also announces Taylor "Olive" Baumeister as the 2018 Volunteer of the Year for their work training staff in first aid and CPR.
The document provides information about various fundraising and volunteer opportunities to support Camp Luther, including #GivingTuesday on November 27th, purchasing gift certificates, shopping on Amazon Smile, using Goodshop and Goodsearch, and participating in a photo contest. It also announces Taylor "Olive" Baumeister as the 2018 Volunteer of the Year for their work training staff in first aid and CPR.
The document provides an overview and business plan for Hume Christian Camps, a nonprofit organization that has operated Christian summer camps since 1946. It summarizes the camps' mission, operations at four locations, programs offered, target demographics, competitors, marketing strategies, financial outlook, and future plans to expand facilities and offerings to attract more families and campers.
Camp Mary Orton is seeking $600,000 to renovate its main lodge to allow for year-round programming and increased revenue. The lodge, built in 1938, currently has safety issues with its restrooms, terrace, and lack of heating. The proposed renovations include constructing a new restroom building, rebuilding the terrace and stairs, and adding windows, doors and basic heat. These improvements are estimated to increase annual revenues by 67% and allow the camp to serve 3,000-5,000 more people each year. The renovated lodge is projected to generate $85,000 in annual revenue, double its current revenue.
This document provides an overview of the vision and plans for FisherofmenTM Ministries Inc., an organization aiming to transform communities on Chicago's west side through youth outreach, family programs, and community development. The ministry has three main areas: Youth Outreach for evangelism and discipleship, a Family Center providing recreation, and a Youth Development Center offering education programs. Over 2-5 years, the organization aims to grow youth evangelism efforts, develop community partnerships, and establish facilities like a recreation center and education center to serve local needs. The mission is to spread the gospel and strengthen communities through spiritual, physical and social programs.
The document provides an annual report from New Life Community Services for 2013, highlighting their continued work mentoring the next generation through programs like childcare, youth services, and a steady readers program for children with reading difficulties. It discusses the expansion of programs, hiring of a new executive director, and a vision to build a new community center called the New Life E-Hub to further empower and enrich the community. The report expresses gratitude for support from donors, volunteers, partners and God's provision that allows their work of touching hearts and transforming lives through Christ's saving grace.
The document provides an overview of the curriculum and programming at Capital Camps. It details the goals and methods for each village based on camper age groups, from grades 3-5 up to rising seniors. It emphasizes developing leadership, independence, and Jewish identity through an immersive camp experience. Core values of community, empowerment, challenge, and Jewish education are integrated throughout all camp activities.
Filled with the Spirit Case for SupportGary Vought
This document outlines goals and plans for the future of Camp Luther, a Christian camp and retreat center. The first goal is to raise $350,000 annually for an Outdoor Ministry Fund to support Camp Luther's staff, programs, facilities maintenance, and stewardship of over 215 acres. A second goal is to raise $150,000 annually to provide scholarships through the "Every Kid to Camp" fund. A third goal is to raise $2.5 million for capital projects including a new community center/dining facility and completion of a retreat center lower level. Testimonials from past campers and families show how Camp Luther has transformed lives through experiences in God's creation with caring Christian mentors.
This bulletin from Camp Luther provides updates and information on upcoming events. It thanks donors for their support of various projects. It highlights the volunteers of the year, Clay and Louise Reisler, for their leadership in organizing events. It promotes opportunities to volunteer or serve at Camp Luther. It also previews renovations to Lakeview cottage and shares a devotion about maintaining a healthy team through volunteers.
Friends of CLN Membership Meeting Aug. 2011friendsofcln
The Friends of Camp Little Notch held their annual membership meeting to provide updates on their activities over the past year, including: purchasing and beginning to manage the 443-acre Camp Little Notch property; fundraising efforts that brought in $175,000 and adopted 35 acres; organizational developments such as hiring an Executive Director; and holding various outreach, communications, and community events to advance their mission of making Camp Little Notch an accessible outdoor retreat space for all.
On October 24, 2013, the author and their branch served Camp Adeline located in Adeline, IL by completing fall cleanup in preparation for their fall fundraiser, including clearing brush on trails for hay rack rides. Both the author and their family have a personal connection to the camp and plan to continue visiting and supporting it. Professionally, the team enjoyed serving and would like to help again as the camp is limited by funding. The camp director explained prize money could fund building a new storage facility, pond, and help expand programs to serve more children and include an after school program.
The document is a bulletin board newsletter from Camp Luther that provides information on upcoming summer camp registration and programs, volunteer opportunities, ways to support the camp financially, and prayer requests. Specifically, it announces that summer camp registration is open, looks for alumni summer staff to reconnect on Facebook, describes how people can support the camp through AmazonSmile, Goodshop, and Goodsearch programs. It also advertises on-site fun days, gift certificates, and high school leadership programs taking place in the summer.
Paul's Project operates Grace Campus, a transitional homeless shelter in Lubbock, Texas. Grace Campus provides temporary shelter and support services to help around 90 homeless individuals work towards independent living. It replaced an older tent city with tiny houses and aims to address each person's unique circumstances through individualized plans and support from staff and over 100 weekly volunteers. The goal is to equip residents over the 6-month program to maintain housing on their own.
Camp Luther held its first annual report in 2016. The report summarized Camp Luther's mission of building people up in Christ through fellowship, recreation, and worship. It discussed core values like being Christ-centered and promoting community relationships. Statistics showed over 2,700 campers served in summer programs from 20 states. The report also outlined an ongoing capital campaign to support programs, expand facilities, and send more kids to camp through an "Every Kid to Camp" initiative.
North Central Camp Cherith is a Christian summer camp located in northwestern Minnesota. The camp aims to introduce campers to Jesus Christ and help them apply Christian principles in their daily lives. Campers participate in various activities like archery, canoeing, swimming and Bible study, and are grouped by age with counselor supervision. The camp strives to provide each camper with a Christ-centered experience in a safe, healthy environment nestled among lakes and forests.
Grace Campus provides temporary housing and support services to help homeless individuals in Lubbock, Texas transition to independent living. It started in tents but now has 58 tiny houses where approximately 90 people can stay for up to 6 months while receiving assistance. The goal is to help residents overcome obstacles keeping them from finding stable housing and employment through case management, classes, and other resources. Over 175 people successfully moved into their own housing in 2018-2019.
The DECA chapter at Cherry Creek High School partnered with the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) for their community service project. They set goals to raise money to send children to MDA summer camp, educate their school and community about muscular dystrophy, and enhance DECA's community outreach. Members volunteered at MDA camp and organized various fundraising activities throughout the year. They succeeded in raising over $4,600 and committing over 2,400 hours to support MDA families and find a cure for this disease. The project helped DECA members develop leadership, social, and community service skills while making a positive impact.
A Guide for United Methodist Church AmbassadorsRodney Bowen
2013 marks the 125th anniversary of The Permanent Fund which was established to provide a permanent source of funding for the ministries of The United Methodist Church. With your help, we can ensure it will continue to grow into the future. Between 2004 and 2010, The Permanent Fund contributed more than $3 million to provide a permanent source of funding for the ministries of The United Methodist Church and for missions around the world.This Ambassador Guide is designed to give you easy steps to assist us in educating members of The United Methodist Church about the critical role of The Permanent Fund and how they can be involved. http://www.umcglobalimpact.org
The summer camp had a successful season with nearly full registration before June and a majority of returning campers. The camp benefited from community partnerships that provided staffing, facilities, and funding for educational trips and activities. Throughout the seven weeks, campers participated in trips, cultural celebrations, sports, arts and crafts, and spiritual lessons. The season culminated in an overnight camping trip where older campers deepened friendships and faith. The summer was impactful for participants due to the support of volunteers, staff, and financial contributors.
Bancroft's mission is to provide lifelong learning and fulfillment opportunities for all people by supporting those with intellectual and developmental disabilities and brain injuries. They do this through their various programs across New Jersey and Pennsylvania that provide education, employment support, community services, and residential options. Funds raised through their Transforming Our World campaign are helping to modernize facilities, technology, and programs to better serve individuals' needs and goals. [END SUMMARY]
Exploring Online Consumer Behaviors
John A. Smith and Jane L. Doe
Liberty University
References
Janda, S. (2008). Does gender moderate the effect of online concerns on purchase likelihood? Journal of Internet Commerce, 7(3), 339-358. doi:10.1080/15332860802250401
Jeon, S., Crutsinger, C., & Kim, H. (2008). Exploring online auction behaviors and motivations. Journal of Family and Consumer Sciences, 100(2), 31-40. Retrieved by http://search.proquest.com.ezproxy.liberty.edu:2048/docview/218160218
Koyuncu, C., & Lien, D. (2003). E-commerce and consumer's purchasing behaviour. Applied Economics, 35(6), 721. Retrieved from http://go.galegroup.com.ezproxy.liberty.edu:2048/ps/i.do?id=GALE%7CA102272684&v=2.1&u=vic_liberty&it=r&p=AONE&sw=w
Kukar-Kinney,M.,Monroe, K.B.,Ridgway,N.M. (2008). The relationship between consumers’ tendencies to buy compulsively and their motivations to shop and buy on the internet. Journal of Retailing: Consumer Behavior and Retailing, 85(3), 298-307. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org. ezproxy.liberty.edu: 2048/10.1016/j.jretai.2009.05.002
Stibel, J. (2005). Mental models and online consumer behaviour. Behaviour & Information Technology, 24(2), 147-150. doi:10.1080/01449290512331321901
Vazquez,D., & Xu,X.(2009). Investigation linkages between online purchase behavior variables. International Journal of Retail & Distribution Management, 37(5), 408-419. doi:10.1108/09590550910954900
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Internet usage has skyrocketed in the past few decades, along with this increase comes the increase in internet shopping by consumers. This research examines the behaviors, motivations, and attitudes of this new form of consumer entity. Online consumer behavior has been studied for over 20 years and will undoubtedly be the source of many future researches as internet consumerism expands. This paper will examine the following research questions: (1) How do factors previously researched affect the online purchasing behavior of consumers and (2) what are the significant consumer behaviors both positive and negative that affect internet consumerism? By identifying these factors and variables, new strategies can be formulated and both consumer and supplier can gain knowledge and understanding of behaviors which exist. The purpose of this research paper is to integrate the varied research information together and draw coherent linkages to how consumer thoughts, attitudes and motivational behavior affect online buying, thus building a broader framework of analysis in which to build upon. Comment by user:
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External and Internal Environmental Analysis
STR/581
Professor Alfonso Rodriguez
July 30, 2014
Sheila Medina
Introduction
Coffee has become an integral part of the lives of numerous people. In 1971, Starbucks coffee opened its first coffee shop in the Pike Place Market in Seattle, Washington. Now, according to research “Starbucks Corporation is the leading retailer, roaster and brand of specialty coffee in the world, with more than 6,000 retail locations in North America, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East and the Pacific Rim” (www.investor.starbucks.com). Starbucks aims to be the consumer’s favorite coffee shop and to achieve this the company focused on customer satisfaction as well as company advancement. Therefore, it is important to act based on what is written in Starbucks mission, value and vision statement, “To inspire and nurture the human spirit-one person, one cup, and one neighborhood at a time” (www.starbucks.com).
A review of Starbucks financial reports has identified an increase in revenue over the past few years. However, this increase in revenue doesn’t account for the increase in profits. The profit increase is not as high as it could be due to external factors such as other coffee shops and the increase in amount of competition. This report aims to identify the different internal and external environment factors attributing to the changes in Starbucks external environment by utilizing several different analyses.
SWOT Analysis
Strengths
Starbucks possesses several main strengths including their high visibility being located in high traffic areas, quality of service and products and their established brand loyalty. Starbucks remains an established leader being the number one known coffee house in the world while possessing a competent workforce, providing quality service, and continuing financial soundness. They also are known for their strong internal and external relationships with their suppliers.
Weakness
Weaknesses that Starbucks must address include: Product affordability and pricing, coffee beans price is the major influence over the firms profits, maintaining the positive public opinion of their products, avoiding any negative publicity, and remaining connected to their customers. Starbucks must also consider the fact they have expanded domestically and internationally resulting in saturation of the markets. They are also a non-smoking facility alienating some customers from purchasing coffee or other products from their store.
Opportunities
Opportunities include the ability for Starbucks to enter into different and new markets,
partnership opportunities with businesses, growing acceptance and customer satisfaction, and increase different product offerings. Starbucks must strive to continue expanding their products and food service to remain competitive and reach other consumers. Another option would be for Starbucks to allow consumers to order t ...
Exploring Music Concert Paper Guidelines Instructions.docxgitagrimston
Exploring Music
Concert Paper Guidelines
Instructions
1) Choose. Pick a classical music concert from the list provided on Blackboard. Sign up and buy tickets.
2) Research. Using reputable sources, learn about the composers and music featured at the concert. I
recommend searching Google for program notes from major orchestras.
3) Write. Write a typed, double-spaced, 2 -3 page research paper, including properly formatted citations
using APA, MLA, or Chicago style. This must be done before you attend the concert.
4) Cite. Cite your sources using in-text citations. Include a works cited list with full citations using MLA,
APA, or Chicago. If you don’t know how to do this, read this.
5) Submit. Turn in your research paper under the “concerts” tab in Blackboard 2 days before the concert
date. It will be checked for plagiarism.
6) Go. Plan ahead. Dress appropriately. Get to your concert on time. If you’re late, you might not get in.
7) Listen. Use active listening during the concert. (See “at the concert” below.)
8) Smile. Take a selfie or have someone take a picture of you that clearly shows that you were at the
concert. In the lobby during intermission is a good time for this! Save your ticket and program.
9) Interview. Talk to someone at the concert. Ask them why they came and what they thought.
10) Write. Add a “part two” to your research paper. This second part should be a typed, double-spaced, 2-3
page reaction paper to your concert. Talk about what you thought, show off your active listening skills,
and include the results of your interview.
11) Add. Add your concert picture to the last page of your paper. If you don’t have this, I can’t accept the
paper for credit. Staple your ticket to your paper.
12) Submit. Turn in a hard copy of your complete paper (research part AND reaction part with picture and
ticket) in class on or before the due dates indicated.
At The Concert: Active Listening
Choose one piece from your concert to analyze. Identify the meter, texture, and two other musical elements.
Reflect on the music. What emotions do you get from that piece? Does it spark anything in your imagination?
Does it remind you of anything? What is it about the music that creates those feelings and ideas?
Interview a fellow attendee after the show or during intermission. Ask why they came and what they thought.
WARNING
DO NOT OVER-USE DIRECT QUOTATIONS. If your paper has more than 50 words that are directly quoted, I will
return the paper to you, ungraded. Quotes can be useful, but you have to know when and how to use them!
Blend your quotes within your narrative. Paraphrase when appropriate. Read this.
DO NOT PLAGIARIZE. All sources, even if they are only alluded to or paraphrased, must be cited.
http://guides.temple.edu/c.php?g=77953&p=528593
http://www.temple.edu/writingctr/support-for-writers/documents/BecominganEffectiveWriterinCollege.pdf
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Expo 12 Discussion QuestionsThink about the cooperative learni.docxgitagrimston
Expo 12 Discussion Questions
Think about the cooperative learning lesson plan you have developed for studying Crystal Growing and the Rock Cycle. What problems do you envision occurring? Select the most problematic issue and elaborate on it on the discussion board.
Module 5 Activity
Consider the lab you have just completed, Experiment 12, and the processes you went through. Now, assume this experiment were to be conducted in your classroom in groups of four. Create an age appropriate lesson plan in which you conduct this experiment using cooperative learning, while still maintaining the integrity of the 5E Model. Submit your lesson plan as a word document.
Hands-On Labs SM-1 Lab Manual
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EXPERIMENT 12:
Crystal Growing and the Rock Cycle
Note: Part One of this lab should be performed at least 10 days before your report due date.
Read the entire experiment and organize time, materials, and work space before beginning.
Remember to review the safety sections and wear goggles when appropriate.
Objectives: To grow synthetic crystals from a supersaturated solution by evaporation,
To measure the interfacial angles of minerals,
To make sugar “glass,”
To understand the role of evaporation in mineral growth, and
To determine the dissolution point of certain crystals.
Materials: Student Provides: Pan, small
Spoon or blunt knife
Cup saucer
Stovetop burner
Refrigerator
50 g sugar
From LabPaq: Tweezers
Protractor
Ruler
Magnifying hand lens
Digital scale
100-mL Beaker
3 Petri dishes, large
Thermometer
Set of 18 numbered minerals
Igneous rock sample #19
Sedimentary rock sample #36
Metamorphic rock sample #47
Epsom salt: Magnesium Sulfate Heptahydrate,
MgSO4 · 7H2O
Alum: Aluminum Potassium Sulfate Dodecahydrate,
KAI(SO4) 2 · 12 H2O
Discussion and Review: The textbook definition of a mineral is “a homogeneous,
naturally occurring, solid substance with a definable chemical composition and an
internal structure characterized by an orderly arrangement of atoms in a crystalline
structure” (from Earth; Portrait of a Planet; Stephen Marshak (Norton, 2005).
A crystal grown in a lab is not a true mineral since it did not form by geologic processes.
However, crystals grown in a lab are virtually identical to true minerals in many other
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aspects: they are solid, inorganic, homogeneous, and have a definite chemical
composition and an ordered structure.
By growing crystals in a laboratory setting you will be able to investigate the different
properties that define a mineral. In addition, growing synthetic minerals can offer insight
into the factors that affect the crystal growing process in a true geologic setting. By
“watching” your crystals grow, you’ll be able to better understand how crystal faces
develop in rocks and what influences them, plus you won’t ...
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Explanation:
Master Honey is a franchise-style company that sells a variety of products derived from raw honey harvested from both local and international bee-farms, called apiaries. Our company was established in 1988 by its founder, Sergio Saladrigas, back when honey was a booming industry, and its business was conducted based on quality rather than quantity. With this philosophy in mind, Master Honey has created a culture of good quality work with competitive pricing. Since its creation, Master Honey has had a successful expansion throughout most of Central and South-Florida in the form of two different types of establishments for retail selling that have made the brand differentiate itself from the competition:
For rather big retail space, Master Honey developed a trademarked concept for a retail-store called “Honey Caves”. Usually placed in malls and around touristic areas, Honey Caves are stores of 1,000-1,500 squared feet that offer the whole catalog of Mater Honey’s products. The product catalog includes:
Products
Types
Large size
Medium size
Small size
Artisanal honey:
Local Honey:
Tupelo
9$
5$
3$
Orange blossom
8$
4$
2$
Red Pepper
7$
4$
2$
Golden Berry
7$
4$
2$
Wildflower
6$
3$
2$
International Honey:
Blue Gum
11$
6$
4$
Beech Wood
10$
5$
3$
Acai
12$
8$
5$
Acacia
12$
8$
5$
Manuka
11$
6$
4$
Honey Blends for:
Tea, Chees or BBQ
12$
8$
5$
Soaps for:
Face (anti-acne)
-
10$
6$
Body
9$
5$
-
Hands
-
9$
5$
Lotions:
Face (anti-age)
-
15$
10$
Body
-
10$
7$
Other Products:
Shampoo
15$
11$
7$
Conditioner
15$
11$
7$
The honey caves have a specific and trademarked design that makes customers feel “like a bee in a hive”. The temperature is set at a low 72 degrees Fahrenheit with low light, and with a constant and subtle bee sound. In addition, the shelves are designed to look like a hive, with a series of hexagonally shaped boxes that designed to be piled together. This gives the shop managers freedom to change the setting of the store with ease and freedom of choice. Furthermore, the stores offer samples from all of our different products so the customers can see, feel, smell and taste the quality that differentiates our product. Also, every single one of our franchised Honey Caves has a large table in the middle of the store in a hexagonal shape displaying many large and artisanal-looking bottles that carry all of the honey types that we offer (that way, if a certain type of honey is not in store, it can still be shipped). The first bottle on each line contains a pump from which the customer can serve previously measured quantities in a small sample cup, and taste the differences in flavor and texture among all honeys from different flowers. The same technique is used with our soaps by providing 3 to 7 sinks for our customers to try the soaps, and realize its unique smell and smoothness. This type of store look like:
For the smaller stores, of about 600-800 squared feet, Master Honey has created another trademarked store des ...
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Explain where industry profits are maximized in the figure below:
Problem 13. What real-world evidence would lead you to believe that firms were acting as Cournot oligopolists? Stackelberg oligopolists? Bertrand oligopolists?
...
Exploratory EssayResearch - 1The ability to Wallow in complex.docxgitagrimston
Exploratory Essay/Research - 1
The ability to Wallow in complexity
On a separate paper:
1. Write your Exploratory question.
Your Introduction
Your goal in the Introduction is to hook your reader’s interest in your chosen problem. Often the best way to do so is to show why you yourself became interested in it.
Write about any or all of the following:
· Why do you think you have chosen this particular subject? What interested you?
· Personal connection?
· Specific experiences?
· What do you think are the origins of your feelings?
· What are your first responses/answers to the question?
· Why do you think you feel the way you do now?
· Can you imagine yourself ever changing your mind? Why?
· Can you list (or imagine) different or alternative answers to this question? List some of them.
· How do you feel about these?
· Why?
· At this point, what is the most perplexing, confusing, or puzzling thing about this question?
...
Exploring MusicExtra Credit #2 Due November 6 in classIn G.docxgitagrimston
Exploring Music
Extra Credit #2
Due November 6 in class
In Germany, the 19th century was known as the “Age of Song”. For romantic composers, fusing literature with music represented artistic perfection. The Lied (pronounced “leet”) blended German poetry with piano collaboration. Lieder represent an intimate genre of music utilizing a solo singer partnered with piano. In most cases, the piano acts as more than mere accompaniment as it is able to musically enhance the text, depict moods and atmospheres, and in some cases represent a character in the poem.
For this assignment you will choose any threeLieder and write a 2-3 page paper (double spaced, 12 point font with 1 inch margins) based on the following guidelines to include in your paper:
1. Read the translation of the poetry and establish your own interpretation. Are there any words or phrases that lend themselves to musical depiction? If you were the composer how might you musically depict words or phrases or the mood/ atmosphere of the piece using only one singer and a piano?
2. Listen to the Lied and follow along with the translation. How does you analysis from Question 1 differ or parallel the composer’s interpretation?
3. Pay particular attention to the relationship between the voice, text, and piano keeping in mind the piano offers more than just harmonic support. Provide examples of how the piano enhances the text, creates a mood or atmosphere, or depicts a character from the poem.
4. Does the musical and vocal setting suit the poetry? Explain.
5. Is the setting strophic or through-composed? How does this affect the Lied?
Below are YouTube links to each Lied. Translations of the text are available in the Extra Credit no. 2 folder; print them out for your convenience if you wish.
1. Robert Schumann, “Die alten, bösen Lieder” from Dichterliebe
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGx1zyOPZfM
2. Ludwig van Beethoven, “Der Kuß,” opus 128
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NTgcwny1PnU
3. Franz Schubert, “Ganymed”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DMLiVQMDLEs
4. Robert Schumann, “Ich grolle nicht” from Dichterliebe
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XDbESDdZmfY
5. Franz Schubert, “Nähe des Geliebten”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t47lxQCvJ5k
6. Clara Schumann, “Liebst du um Schönheit”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kvHPxGfONYY
7. Franz Schubert, “Der Lindenbaum” from Wintereise
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zC7gEVSgf9k
8. Franz Schubert, “Rastlose Liebe”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XOBNOB9Oxyc
Type the Boolean operator (AND, OR, or NOT) that best fits in the search statement to satisfy the search criterion stated.
Question 1 (1 point)
Question 1 options:
Find information on pollution in the Chesapeake Bay. "Chesapeake Bay"
pollut*
Question 2 (1 point)
Question 2 options:
Find information on the effect of plastics recycling on the environment. (recycle
reuse)
plastics
environment
Question 3 (1 point)
Question 3 options:
Find information on obedience tr ...
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Explain why Franz Boas did not accept Morgan’s view about evolution ?
What sciences contributed to anthropology ?
How have teens used fashion and music to communicate their identity ?
What styles and attitudes today might seem rebellious to parents ?
What contributions did Pavlov, skinner and Chomsky bring to the comprehension of how language is attained ?
How does language indicate a society's values and priorities?
How has language evolved in some north American communities?
Why is language seen as a significant part of a people’s culture ?
Do advertisers give a false impression of their products ? it this legitimate communication ? why or why not
How can an environmental factors, such as living in a large city or a small rural town, influence individual and cultural evolution
Compare the approaches taken by anthropologist and psychologists in the study of human development ?
What are the various components of all rites of passage ?
How have coming of age rite of passage changed along with modern society
Some rites are experienced alone and some are experienced in groups. explain, with example, why this is the case
How is the body adornment connected to rites of passages
How do films and television programs portray sexual relationship between teens and adults ?
What rites of passage surrounding death have you experienced ?how did you feel about them ?
How do social scientists help people face the haunting prospect of death and the sadness of the loss of a loved one
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Qualities of Explanations
An explanation is a statement that provides a reason for why or how something became the way it is. Arguments present a conclusion that's presumably new to you and then support this conclusion with evidence that you're likely to believe. Explanations work the other way around: they start with a conclusion that you likely believe (e.g., the sky is blue) and then offer an explanation for why that is so (e.g., because God is a UNC fan).
We will be looking specifically at causal explanations—that is, explanations in which you suggest that a particular physical or behavioral phenomenon is the result of another event.
Situation
Explanation
Traffic on a Saturday
There must be a football game today.
Most explanations start as theories. It can be challenging to fight the human impulse to pick the first theory that comes to mind and stop there, but what are the odds that the first thing you conceive of is in fact the best possible explanation?
Situation
Explanation
Traffic on a Saturday
Perhaps there's a concert today?
Maybe an art festival?
Or possibly an accident up ahead?
With a little imagination, you can come up with a seemingly unlimited number of theories, but at some point you've likely exhausted all the plausible explanations.
Situation
Explanation
Traffic on a Saturday
Perhaps a new IKEA has been built without my hearing anything about it, and all these people are headed to the grand opening.
As with all critical thinking, you'll need some judgment here. Discard the implausible theories (at least initially) and give fair consideration to all the reasonable ones:
· State your theory clearly (make a hypothesis).
· Consider possible alternatives.
· Look at the evidence.
· Evaluate the theory.
Sometimes the facts make the explanation quite clear:
I can see a train moving through an intersection several hundred yards ahead. That explains why traffic isn't moving.
Other times, you'll need to employ inductive reasoning to establish the most likely cause:
I can't see the tracks from here, but I drive through here every Saturday morning and usually a train was responsible for traffic being stalled. So it's probably a train.
We are presented with many such explanations on a daily basis.
Why is this webpage not loading?Why are sales down for last quarter?Why is my spouse not speaking to me?
As you consider potential explanations, keep the following standards in mind.
Consistency
First, is it internally consistent or does it contradict itself?
Second, is it externally consistent? Could this explanation effectively and fully account for whatever it's supposed to explain?
A good theory should be compatible with what we already know about how the world works. This is a problem with many paranormal theories—they go against accepted scientific fact. If the theory contradicts established knowledge, the burden of proof is on the new t ...
Experts Presentation
Student
PSY 496
Instructor
Overview of professionals
Maria Theresa Redaniel, Ph.D.
Suicide prevention specialist who’s main focus is finding ways to prevent suicide cases within local communities.
She is looking to branch out from the community sector to further her expertise on a federal and state vocation.
Received her master’s from the University of Nebraska in Community Development.
Michael Bauer, M.D., Ph.D.
Mental health profession with interest in suicide risk assessments, homicide and product liability especially in relation to psychotropic drugs.
He has extensive background in the field and wishes to further his resume by succeeding as a mentor to upcoming peers in the field.
Graduated top of his class from the University of Illinois 1965.
Suicide and prevention
Effective protective care is essential to suicide prevention.
If you are in crisis, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the united states (AFSP, 2014). And the third leading cause among youth and young adults (Wharff, Ross, & Lambert, 2014)
Research shows 90% of those who have died by suicide had a potentially treatable mental illness (AFSP, 2014).
Prevention starts with awareness and education.
Risk Factors may include mental disorder, previous attempts, family history, serious medical condition or pain. These factors combined with environmental stimuli increase chances of suicide and suicide attempts (Carlborg, Winnerback, Jonsson, Jokinen & Nordstrom, (2010).
Research
Maria’s focus has been in the community prevention. The barriers of suicide documentation in the Philippines has encouraged her research in using psychological autopsy’s to evaluate a course of intervention (AFSP, 2014). Psychological autopsies have been used to present evidence of mental disorders present in those who died from suicide based on a collection of interviews and reports to dictate what they may have thought (Hjelmeland, Dieserud, Dyregrov, Knizek & Leenaars, 2012).
Michael has focused his research in the use of pharmacology in suicide prevention. Giving participants a prescribed amount of lithium has shown great strides in lowering future suicide attempts and depressive behaviors (ASFP, 2014).
Comparison
Maria has strong views in behavior aspect of study. She has culminated research of behaviors related to mental disorders and compared them to suicide reports made from informant interviews and medical documents. She uses such information to hopefully reduce the suicide rates in the community by early diagnosis and treatment prevention.
Michael uses his successful career in clinical psychology to establish the benefits of treating mental disorders to prevent suicides and suicidal behaviors. He focuses his research to provide evidence of pharmacology on disorders. His goal it to use such evidence to reduce thoughts of suicide and attempts.
References
American Foun ...
Explain whether Okonkwo was remaining truthful to himself by killi.docxgitagrimston
Explain whether Okonkwo was remaining truthful to himself by killing himself
Please make sure that you answer this question with 4 pages in length, it has to be MLA format, double space.
LDR/531 – WEEK 2
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WDWLLW?DISC AssessmentLeadershipPersonality
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ObjectivesTheories of Leadership Compare and contrast leadership theories.Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of established leadership styles.
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Leadership is:
Are leader’s born or made?
Leader traits – the trait approach is the oldest leadership perspective and was dominant for several decades. The perspective is that some personality characteristics – many of which a person need not be born with but can strive to acquire distinguish effective leaders from other people.
Drive, which refers to a set of characteristics that reflect a high level of effort. It includes high need for achievement, constant striving for improvement, ambition, energy, tenacity (persistence in the face of obstacles), and initiative.
Leadership motivation – great leaders not only have drive, they want to lead.
Integrity is the correspondence between actions and words. Honesty and credibility are especially important.
Self-confidence is important because the leadership role is challenging, and setbacks are inevitable.
Knowledge of the business, industry, company, and technical matters.
The most important personal skill, according to the text, the ability to perceive the needs and goals of others and to adjust one’s personal leadership approaches accordingly.
B. Leader Behaviors
1. Leadership behaviors – the behavioral approach attempts to identify what good leaders do. Three general categories of leadership behavior are: (Figure 12.2)
a. Task performance behaviors are the leader’s efforts to insure that the work unit or organization reaches its goals.
i. This dimension is sometimes referred to as:
concern for production
directive leadership
initiating structure or closeness of supervision.
ii. It includes a focus on:
work speed
quality and accuracy
quantity of output
following the rules.
b. Group maintenance behaviors is where leaders take action to ensure the satisfaction of group members, develop and maintain harmonious work relationships, and preserve the social stability of the group.
i. This dimension is sometimes referred to as:
(1) concern for people
(2) supportive leadership
(3) consideration.
ii. Leader-Member Exchange (LMX) theory highlights the importance of leader behaviors not just toward the group as a whole but also toward individuals
The ability to influence a group toward the achievement of a vision or set of goals.
OR
The process of influencing others to understand and agree what needs to be done and how to do it, and the process of facilitating individual and collective efforts to accomplish shared objectives
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Types of leadershipLeadership involves influencing others (who influences? What type of influence?)to collaborate and agree (purpose of influence?) ...
Explain How these Aspects Work Together to Perform the Primary Fun.docxgitagrimston
Explain How these Aspects Work Together to Perform the Primary Function of HRM
Total: 5.00
Distinguished - Thoroughly and methodically explains how each of the aspects work together to perform the primary function of HRM. The explanation is professional and provides detailed examples that clearly demonstrate that new learning has occurred.
Proficient - Explains how each of the aspects work together to perform the primary function of HRM. The explanation is well constructed and provides several examples that demonstrate that new learning has occurred; however, a few minor details are missing.
Basic - Briefly explains how each of the aspects work together to perform the primary function of HRM. The explanation is somewhat complete, but provides few examples that demonstrate that new learning has occurred. Several key details are missing.
Below Expectations - Attempts to explain how each of the aspects work together to perform the primary function of HRM, but the explanation is too underdeveloped to be considered complete and does not demonstrate that new learning has occurred.
Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or fails to explain how these aspects work together to perform the primary function of HRM.
Are Any Aspects More Important than the Others? Why or Why Not?
Total: 4.00
Distinguished - Comprehensively explains whether or not any aspects are more important than others, including a detailed reasoning as to why. The explanation is professional and provides detailed examples that clearly demonstrate that new learning has occurred.
Proficient - Explains whether or not any aspects are more important than others, including reasoning as to why. The explanation well-written and provides a few examples that demonstrate that new learning has occurred. One or more minor details may be missing.
Basic - Briefly explains whether or not any aspects are more important than others, including a short reasoning as to why. The explanation is slightly underdeveloped and somewhat demonstrates that new learning has occurred. Several key details may be missing.
Below Expectations - Attempts to explain whether or not any aspects are more important than others, but the explanation is too underdeveloped to be considered complete and does not demonstrate that new learning has occurred.
Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or fails to determine whether or not and aspects are more important than others.
Optimizing the HRM Role for Shaping Organizational and Employee Behavior
Total: 4.00
Distinguished - Provides a comprehensive and thorough discussion addressing how the HRM role can be optimized for shaping organizational and employee behavior. The discussion is thought-provoking, creative, and utilizes vocabulary and concepts from the text.
Proficient - Provides a discussion addressing how the HRM role can be optimized for shaping organizational and employee behavior. The discussion is mostly complete and attempts to utilize voca ...
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Lockeport Medical Center
Mission and Vision
As the regional leader in advanced medical care, we take our responsibilities seriously. Our vision and core values help guide us as we work to help and heal each patient in our care. We provide the community quality health care services through the compassionate hands of well-trained staff, in a technologically advanced, cost-effective manner.
Our Mission: To improve the health of the people of the state and surrounding region.
· Serve people as a not-for-profit health system governed by a voluntary community board.
· Ensure sustainability through stewardship of the community's assets.
· Provide quality services in a compassionate and cost-effective manner.
· Collaborate in order to improve access across the entire continuum of care.
· Promote wellness and health to benefit the community.
2020 Vision
A regional diversified health system providing superior care and service to patients and their families through a full continuum of integrated services, education, and research.
Major Strategies: "DEEDS"
Develop people
Excel in patient quality and safety
Enhance operational and financial performance
Develop the health system
Strengthen key relationships
Our MERIT Values
Five core values: Mercy, Excellence, Respect, Integrity and Trust/Teamwork. These values form the foundation for our culture at Lockeport Medical Center.
Mercy
We work to create a caring and compassionate environment responsive to the emotional, spiritual, and physical needs of all persons.
Excellence
We strive to meet or exceed patient/customer needs and expectations and work as a team to improve every aspect of care and service in our organization.
Respect
We value the innate dignity of all persons, respect their uniqueness and diversity, and enable the development of each one's full potential.
Integrity
We are consistently open, honest, and ethical, as the ideal means to protect overall safety and ensure confidentiality and privacy.
Trust/Teamwork
We say what we mean and do what we say. There is open and honest communication with patients and among staff. We recognize everyone’s contributions for the benefit of the patient. We strive to enhance the health of the communities we serve, and work in cooperation with other organizations to protect our vulnerable populations throughout the region.
Job Description
Position Title: Surgery Schedule Coordinator
Department: Operating Room
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Position Summary
Uses clinical and management processes to plan, organize, staff, direct, and evaluate patient care services; uses available resources to meet MD/customer needs. The surgery schedule coordinator uses knowledge of interactive management and humanistic values in creating an environment ...
Exploration 8 – Shifting and Stretching Rational Functions .docxgitagrimston
Exploration 8 – Shifting and Stretching Rational Functions
1. Sketch the graph of each function.
3( )f x
x
3
( ) 1
2
f x
x
Domain: Range: Domain: Range:
vertical horizontal vertical horizontal
asymptote: asymptote: asymptote: asymptote:
x-intercept: y-intercept: x-intercept: y-intercept:
How do you find the domain and vertical asymptote of a rational function?
How did you find the range and horizontal asymptote of THIS rational function?
How do you find the x-intercept of a function?
How do you find the y-intercept of a function?
Graphing
3
( ) 1
2
f x
x
is relatively easy.
Re-write the function rule as a single fraction by
subtracting the 1. Then find each of the following
for the newly written function.
Domain: Range: x-intercept: y-intercept:
vertical horizontal
asymptote: asymptote:
How do you find the equation of the horizontal asymptote for THIS type of function?
WebAssign Problem:
Graph the function,
2 4
( )
1
x
f x
x
, by shifting and stretching the function, 1( )f x
x
.
The horizontal shift is ______________________ because ________________________________.
The vertical shift is ______________________ because ___________________________________.
To find the stretch, you must re-write the function,
2 4
( )
1
x
f x
x
, in 1( )f x
x
form, by setting the
two rules equal and solving for c. Then sketch the graph below.
For the group submission:
Graph the function,
2 2
( )
1
x
f x
x
, by shifting and stretching the function, 1( )f x
x
.
Horizontal Shift:
Vertical Shift:
Stretch:
vertical horizontal x-intercept: y-intercept:
asymptote: asymptote:
Domain: Range:
Group Submission for Investigation #8
Write group member names legibly here:
Graph the function,
2 2
( )
1
x
f x
x
, by shifting and stretching the function, 1( )f x
x
.
Horizontal Shift:
Vertical Shift:
Stretch:
vertical horizontal x-intercept: y-intercept:
asymptote: asymptote:
Domain: Range:
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Exploring Innovation in Action Power to the People – Lifeline Ene.docxgitagrimston
Exploring Innovation in Action: Power to the People – Lifeline Energy
Trevor Baylis was quite a swimmer in his youth, representing Britain at the age of 15. So it wasn’t entirely surprising that he ended up working for a swimming pool firm in Surrey before setting up his own company. He continued his swimming passion – working as a part-time TV stuntman doing underwater feats – but also followed an interest in inventing things. One of the projects he began work on in 1991 was to have widespread impact despite – or rather because of – being a ‘low-tech’ solution to a massive problem.
Having seen a documentary about AIDS in Africa he began to see the underlying need for something which could help communication. Much of the AIDS problem lies in the lack of awareness and knowledge across often isolated rural communities – people don’t know about causes or prevention of this devastating disease. And this reflects a deeper problem – of communication. Experts estimate that less than 20% of the world’s population have access to a telephone, while even fewer have a regular supply of electricity, much less television or Internet access. Very low literacy levels exclude most people from reading newspapers and other print media.
Radio is an obvious solution to the problem – but how can radio work when the receivers need power and in many places mains electricity is simply non-existent. An alternative is battery power – but batteries are equally problematic – even if they were of good quality and freely available via village stores people couldn’t afford to buy them regularly. In countries where $1 a day is the standard wage, batteries can cost from a day’s to a week’s salary. The HIV/AIDS pandemic also means that household incomes are under increased pressure as earners become too ill to work while greater expenditure goes towards healthcare, leaving nothing for batteries.
What was needed was a radio which ran on some different source of electricity. In thinking about the problem Baylis remembered the old-fashioned telephones of pre-war days which had wind-up handles to generate power. He began experimenting, linking together odd items such as a hand brace, an electric motor and a small radio. He found that the brace turning the motor would act as a generator that would supply sufficient electricity to power the radio. By adding a clockwork mechanism he found that a spring could be wound up – and as it unwound the radio would play. This first working prototype ran for 14 minutes on a two minute wind. Trevor had invented a clockwork (wind-up) radio! As a potential solution to the communication problem the idea had real merit. The trouble was that, like thousands of entrepreneurs before him, Trevor couldn’t convince others of this. He spent nearly four years approaching major radio manufacturers like Philips and Marconi but to no avail. But luck often plays a significant part in the innovation story – and this was no exception. The idea came to the attenti ...
Experiment 8 - Resistance and Ohm’s Law 8.1 Introduction .docxgitagrimston
Experiment 8 - Resistance and Ohm’s Law
8.1 Introduction
In previous experiments, we have investigated electric charges largely under stationary conditions. These
studies were useful in order to illustrate concepts such as the electric potential and the electric field, and
forms the foundation needed to further our understanding of electricity and electrical circuits. In contrast
to electrostatics (charges confined to be stationary), the field of electricity deals with the flow (induced
movement) of electrical charges. Due to its many uses, most individuals knowingly or unknowingly have
a daily reliance on electricity. It is especially essential, in: (1) the distribution of energy, and (2) the
processing of information. To enable this, electricity must be handled in circuits, a closed loop of
conducting wire connecting power plant with individual homes, and businesses. To appreciate this
phenomena, it is useful to investigate various aspects of simple circuits and the various laws that may
govern them.
8.2 Objective
1. To verify Ohm’s Law
2. To use Ohm’s law to determine the resistance of a light source.
8.3 Theory
Our initial investigations will be guided by Ohm’s law, which postulates that the relationship between
current flow I, potential difference V, and resistance R for certain materials will observe the following
mathematical relationship, given a constant temperature constraint:
…………. 1RV = I
These materials are called Ohmic conductors, equation 1 implies that the ratio of voltage to current for
these materials is constant. Manufactured resistors can be considered as such, but other components such
as semiconductor diodes, filaments, and LEDs are non ohmic. In this experiment, we will verify Ohm’s
law by assessing whether it holds for a set resistance (typical color coded resistor). Further, we will apply
this to ascertain the resistance of a light source.
8.4 Apparatus
Variable DC voltage source, color coded resistor, (2) multimeters, connecting wires, light source
8.5 Procedure
Part A Verifying Ohm’s Law
1. You will be given a particular colour coded resistor from the set; use this and the other apparatus
items to set up the circuit as shown in figure 1 below.
Figure 1
2. Adjust DC voltage source so that a relatively small voltage reading is seen across the resistor R.
Record this voltage reading, and the electrical current reading ...
Experimental Essay The DialecticThe purpose of this paper is to.docxgitagrimston
Experimental Essay: The Dialectic
The purpose of this paper is to experiment with a style of essay that you’ve probably never written before: The Dialectic. We’ll be testing Foucault’s idea about polemics in order to push ourselves to consider and explore multiple conflicting perspectives in a single paper.
The basic premise is that you will write a series of thesis, antithesis arguments - point and counterpoint paragraphs. You will first argue a side of a discussion and then take up the opposing side, eloquently crafting a rigorous response to your own ideas.
Your essay should explore the concepts we will be discussing in class, so if you’ve been doing the homework, you already have some arguments to work from. If you would like something more specific to work from, the Justice discussions and comments that your peers will be posting on course studio are a good start. In addition to this, you should also read through your notes from our class discussion about the predictions from the Constitutional Convention 1787. Can we make an argument that the poor indirectly sell their votes to the rich? Does the wealthiest class of America really dictate society? Do the poor impose upon the freedom and the property of the rich through voting? In what ways can private interests manipulate public opinions and widely held beliefs? Who is influencing whom? Who is responsible for the actions and behaviors of masses and of individuals?
This dialectic should not look like the typical childhood debate: “YES. NO. YES. NO.” You should not simply state a side and then write the inverse. Instead, you should invent the most compelling defense for both sides. Where students misstep here is in the unfortunate habit of writing weak counterpoints - something “stupid” that’s easy to rip apart. Right? We’ve all done this in essays that require counterpoints. Why that doesn’t work for this essay is that it would essentially mean that HALF of your essay is intentionally “stupid”... This doesn’t make for a good college paper. Instead, you must argue both sides so well that the reader cannot tell which is actually your own position.
To build this paper over the next two weeks, you should be exploring as many points (and counterpoints) as you can imagine in your homework assignments. In your final essay, I would like you to try to compile what you believe to be your best ideas.
This paper cannot be a summary - you should not simply have a series of points restating and summarizing the arguments that you’ve pulled from the various texts. Instead, you should use what you think is interesting from the text as a way to launch into a discussion of your own brilliant ideas.
Format: double-spaced, times new roman typeface, 12-point font, with 1 inchmargins.
The paper must be 1000 - 1400 words in length.
Peer Review Draft Due : May 27
Final Draft Due : May 29 via email by 11:54pm
REFLECTION PIECE: You will also be writing a 300 word reflection on your writing. In this piece you sho ...
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A Strategic Approach: GenAI in EducationPeter Windle
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1. Executive Summary
Camp Blessing ministers to children with special needs and
their families and care givers. Since
camp opened in 2006, Camp Blessing focused on providing an
environment where the love of
Jesus Christ is demonstrated through building relationships,
engaging children in indoor/outdoor
activities, and giving hope and joy to special campers who are
often left out and isolated by
today’s society. Camp Blessing offers a unique five day
experience to children with physical,
emotional, and /or mental health conditions that may not permit
their participation at other
camping facilities. It is Camp Blessing’s mission to operate a
no barriers camp in which each
2. person can fully experience the fun, excitement, and spiritual
encouragement in a loving and
natural outdoor setting.
The Lord has shown favor on Camp Blessing, having
dramatically expanded service from 17
campers in the 2006 inaugural year to serving over 400 campers
with the assistance of 600
volunteers in 2015. In addition over that same period, Camp
blessing has operated in the
“BLACK” financially, generating over $1 million dollars in
support and placing over $500,000
on the “BOTTOM LINE” in 2014, alone. And, even with this
tremendous growth, Camp
Blessing has to turn many interest families away each year
because of its limited capacity.
The greatest challenge to meeting the increasing demand from
families and children longing for
the opportunity participate in summer camp is Camp Blessing’s
current “nomadic” operation.
Presently, Camp Blessing travels and rents a variety of facilities
to house the camp; relocating
every few weeks during summer. Until such time as Camp
Blessing builds its own fully
3. accessible campus, the tight Texas camp market necessitates
travel and adapting the program,
staff, and campers to spaces available for rent. In 2015, Camp
Blessing has rented two camps,
each for four summer weeks. Therefore, Camp Blessing must
move 163 miles from the
operation base in Tomball to the first camp and, a few weeks
later move again 133 miles to the
second camp, followed by a return to Tomball.
With a summer full of transitions between rental facilities (three
weeks at one camp, 4 weeks at
another), Camp Blessing is extremely limited in the number of
campers, supporting volunteers
recruited, families and care givers it can serve. There are over
600000 special needs children in
the Houston Metroplex, a population growing by 11.5% in the
next five years. Obviously, Camp
Blessing is needs to grow in capacity both in capacity and
activities for the ministry. Only by
owning a facility in a convenient location, can Camp Blessing
meet the needs of these wonderful
children.
4. God has already responded to this great need by providing 70
acres in the Tomball area, only ten
minutes west of The Woodlands. What is needed now is a
facility on the beautifully virgin
wooded property. We are asking donors like you to partner with
us to transform this wonderful
property into a unique fully accessible property which can serve
the special needs community
twelve months of the year.
In this plan you will see how your involvement will provide the
most up to date and full
accessible facility, while providing the capacity to serve over
300 campers, supporting volunteers
and, full time staff. In addition, the development plan offers the
ability for provide conferences,
5. training, and ministry development for the entire community
throughout the year.
Taking advantage of over ten years of increasing ministry, help
Camp Blessing offers, in a fully
self-sustaining operation, the encouragement, hope, and an
incomparable experience to those
who often have little of the same in their life. In its own
facility, to God’s glory Camp Blessing
will impact many more lives for eternity.
Matthew 25:40 - “Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of
the least of
these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.”
6. Camp Blessing Overview
MISSION STATEMENT
CBTX exists to show the Hope of Jesus Christ to those with
Special Needs and their families, as
well as, the volunteers who serve them through providing
various activities and relationship
development opportunities in a fully accessible Christian Camp
environment.
HISTORY
Camp Blessing originated with the founders, Chuck and Jodi
Ferguson who spent several
summers volunteering at Camp Barnabas in Missouri where
their son, Mathew, was a camper,
Chuck and Jodi believed God called them to begin a Texas camp
7. specifically focused on children
with special needs like Mathew who has Autism. God pointed
them to Glen Elder at a Christian
Camp and Conference Association conference in December of
2006. From that introduction and
subsequent meetings with Glen and his wife Laura (they have
two special needs children), the
first camp experience began at a rented facility in Magnolia,
Texas which served 17 campers.
For the next ten years, Camp Blessing, has grown significantly.
Of course. all were volunteers in the beginning. As the demands
of camp preparations, including
the recruiting of staff, program development, and the
negotiating for summer camp space and
locations, it was apparent the operation require a full time
director. In recognition of that fact,
Glen Elder was hired to be the Executive Director in 2010.
TODAY
8. Since its inception, Camp blessing has operated through the use
of others facilities. That meant
every year a search around Texas is conducted for camps the
required minimum to operate a
special needs camp. More importantly a camp with schedule
“space” in the most demanded
period, summer had to be found; a major under taking). In
addition, the programming apparatus
necessary to augment these camps which are not fully equipped
to serve “special needs” campers
had to be re-planned and assembled each year to ensure a
quality camp experience. After
assembly, all of this gear has to be loaded and transported to the
rental facility. In almost a
biblical way, Camp Blessing must wander around East Texas.
As did the Israelites in the Exodus,
Camp Blessing picks up and moves. As summer camp has
grown, it not only moves to one camp,
it takes down, picks up, and moves to a second camp each
summer. That is the truth of Camp
Blessing today.
In 2012, God burdened Mr. Jack Frey's to donate CBTX 70
acres of unimproved forested land in
the Tomball/Magnolia Texas area. This Godsend is the
9. beginning of Camp Blessing occupying
the “Promise Land” of its own facility. As the dream come true,
these 70 acres be a place
unencumbered by rental contracts, temporary facilities; a place
of fully equipped activities and
sites to serve our campers located in our back yard.
TOMORROW
The following camp layout is the answer to the “Promise Land”
dream. Not only does it provide
a well thought out and efficient design, most importantly it
offers a no barriers access to all of its
facilities and activities. The design is specifically constructed
to bless the campers by
experiencing the excitement of camp while seeing the face of
Christ in the staff and counselors.
10. This wonderful location is not only near major communities and
highways, but also in a tranquil
and beautifully wooded forest just 10 minutes west of The
Woodlands. Such a location means no
longer do parents and guardians have to drive long distances to
bring their kids to camp. In our
vision, they quickly find themselves transported to what seems
like another dimension; a place
serene, calm, quiet, and beautiful - a true representation of
God’s creation.
CAMP BLESSING IS READY TO BUILD TODAY!
WE ONLY NEED YOUR HELP!
THE CONSTRUCTION PLAN
We need to fill this area with our Phase I and II plan. Will need
a list of activities/buildings that
will go into each phase and a projected price.
11. From that I will develop a narrative/explanation/justification. I
think in consultation with Carl
and Paul we can develop a proposed construction timeline and
funds needed for each major
control point.
12. Communicating Value
Camp Blessing is such a unique
experience with an uncommon facility
in a natural location, its value is
something that will be greatly promoted
by those who come to Camp Blessing.
In other words, “word of mouth” will be
the most effective and efficient manner
of increasing Camp Blessing’s coverage
of the marketplace. Such experiences
have been the primary manner in which
high quality camps have grown.
Camp Blessing has an extensive list of
13. precious campers, families, volunteers and
donors. That strong base of support will be
the first means of “getting the word” out
about Camp Blessing. Certainly a special
day (Open House) at Camp Blessing for
the Camp extended family can the first
step in supporting the expanded Summer
Camp Program.
As Camp Blessing is located in a market area populated with
over 6 million people, the
challenge will be to focus on one major geographic area at a
time. As a result, Camp Blessing
will begin with the Woodlands/Conroe area.
Camp Blessing’s website will be reconstructed to provide both
information and multimedia
involvement. Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.
14. Customer Analysis
Camp Blessing will be built to provide services to a broad base
of those interested in Summer
Camp and facilities for the Special Needs community, as well as
organizations and communities
who want to take advantage of a facility that can provide a
break from the pressure and norm of
the day to day experiences. As a result, Camp Blessing can
impact the entire Metroplex, not just
a single community.
In the State of Texas, approximately 11.5% of the population
have a disability; over 3 MILLION
people. In the Houston Metroplex, there are over 600,000
children (under 18 years old) with a
disability, while within the Houston Independent School district
alone, there are over 16,000
students with disabilities. It is projected the population of the
Houston Metrtoplex will increase
15. over 11% by 2020. This translates to a projected increase in
children with disabilities of over
60,000!
In the Houston Metroplex, we see the following demographic
information:
Median Income and (population)
Houston Metroplex – $55,900(6.3 million)
The Woodlands - $105,100 (125,000)
Spring - $67,000 (55,000)
Conroe – $42,800 (72000)
Houston - $42,800 (2.2 million)
Sugar Land - $113,000 (86,500)
Katy - $66,800 (55,000)
Each one of the major sub markets in the Metroplex have
income profiles which make them high
16. potential customers for Camp Blessing.
Since Camp Blessing’s mission is to provide a
camp experience for those who have a disability, d
they will always have first priority for use of
the facility and programs. However, as with all
revenue generating camps, maximizing utilization
of the camp is the way to maintaining the long
term sustainability of Camp Blessing. In that
regard Camp Blessing intends to operate the
facility under the following priority model:
Summer Guests – Camp Blessing’s Program only
Campers – Special Needs (see definition)
17. Camp Counselors – Pay to come serve (currently
$135 per week). Not only does Camp
Blessing serve the campers, but also offers
an opportunity for summer volunteers to
experience the blessing of helping and
ministering to the campers in a wonderful
week of service. Some are actually in a
professional program to serve the same
people in their chosen career
Non-Summer guests – Programming is extremely flexible.
However, the
primary focus will be facilitating customers who bring their
own
“programming”. As full time staff increases, the capacity to
extended summer like programming will increase as well.
1. Special Needs Community – youth, families, organizations
who serve
the same
18. 2. Christian Organizations – Churches, Ministries, Faith Based
schools
3. Non-profit organizations – Public schools and universities
and their
extracurricular organizations, service organizations such
Jaycees,
Rotary, Kiwanis, etc.
4. Governmental Organizations – City, County, and State
agencies and
supporting organizations who need a place to conduct
meetings
and conferences.
Competitive Analysis
THE MARKETPLACE
Camp Blessing, located near The Woodlands, Texas, is
19. fortunate to be within 50 miles of over 6
million people and 600000 children with disabilities. Presently,
there are a multitude of nonprofit
organizations who serve this population. However, there are
precious few camps designed for
this community and none are located inside the Houston
Metroplex. Camp Blessing is located
less than 40 miles from most points around the Metroplex.
Historically, parents and non-profits have utilized camps
located outside the Metroplex or have
developed their own capacity to conduct “camp like” activities
without benefit of a residential
capacity. Camps such as Camp For All (90 miles from Houston),
Camp Summit (280 miles),
Texas Elks Camp (150 miles), Charris Hills (330 miles) have
provided residential camp
opportunities with each camp providing varying subsidies for
their campers:
Camp for All – Free ($2 million annual fundraiser)
Camp Summit – Up to $1400 (subsidized based on income)
Note: Secular
20. Based on median of Metroplex, fee would be $1050
similar facilities to future Camp Blessing
Texas Elks Camp – Free
Note: Limited activities. Secular
Charris Hills - $1260.
Note: Faith Based
Wide range of activities; dissimilar to future Camp
Blessing
THE EDGE
As in real estate, the concept is “location, location, and
location” and price the property
underneath the leader in the community. Obviously, Camp
Blessing has THE EDGE on both
counts. It would be harder to locate a fully capable camp much
closer to downtown Houston. In
addition, with the total of camper ($585) and volunteer ($135)
fees, Camp Blessing is
dramatically under the market. It should be noted that Camp for
All, Camp Summit, and Texas
Elks must have substantial operational monies donated annually
21. to operate.
"Martha had a ball. All we hear is 'camp,
camp, camp'. She's ready to go back
now!"
“Mom, EVERYBODY LOVED me!
Everybody thought I was so
nice! Everybody accepted me!
Everybody treated me like family
and was soooooooooooo nice to
me!!!!”
22. "...upon arrival I can tell you I felt
the love of God all over your
ministry when I arrived with my
kids. I felt so at ease upon coming
and leaving and entrusting you and
the volunteers and staff at Camp
Blessing."
Operational Plan
“Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted
with much….” Luke 16:10
Revenue and Expenses
23. Camp blessing is organized and will operate to be SELF-
SUSTAINING from day one; revenue
projections and cost management is structured to be in the
BLACK from year one.
Revenue –
The five year projection reflects an extrapolation of Camp
Blessing’s existing summer
camps (June-August) program, while over time increasing the
number of “open” days in the non-
summer season (September – May). In order to minimize full
time staff expense and expand only
to the extent revenue justifies, Camp Blessing will be open on
weekends in the “off” season.
“Off” season or Non-Summer operations is required to meet the
revenue targets and make
maximum use of the extensive physical plant constructed.
Widespread use of part time staff will
minimize staffing costs, while offering a tremendous experience
on days when the guests are
available and not working. For example, in Year One, there are
approximately 41 scheduling
weekends. For the projection we plan only to schedule 21. Such
a “conservative” approach
24. affords Camp Blessing the time to invest in communicating to
the market the value and
availability of camp. In addition, such a scheduling strategy
ensures expenses are kept in line
with revenues thereby honoring the donors; NO requests for
operational support offerings will be
made.
In the out years, it is expected Camp Blessing will fully “load”
weekends and begin to
expand into “mid-weeks” (Mondays through Thursdays). Mid
weeks offer organizations such as
schools, mostly faith based, the opportunity to come to camp as
part of the school experience.
Most public schools have outdoor education programs, such as
field trips, where Camp Blessing
can offer a unique outdoor experience in God’s natural
Creation, as well. Through these
additional revenue sources, Camp blessing can expand its staff
to offer the community more
occasions to come.
25. Expenses –
As indicated in the Revenue discussion, the expense plan is
designed to incur costs only
on an as needed basis. As with most camps, the top expense
categories are usually personnel,
food, and utilities, followed by insurance. Of those four, three
are controllable and two are
variable with camp utilization. By far, personnel costs are
number one. This is where Camp
Blessing will be most judicious. Full time staffing will be
limited to that absolutely needed to
operate safely and efficiently.
Other costs, such as food, are planned to stay within
established norms and experience of
our staff at other camps.
26. Management
Camp Blessing is organized as a non-profit corporation under
the IRS Code Section 501 c(3) and
Texas law. It is registered at the Secretary of State of Texas,
April 21, 2006. It operates under the
direction of a Board of Directors.
The management plan specifically addresses how best to acquire
and expand staff as the needs of
camp grow. In the Camp Blessing management structure, full
time staff are added to fill slots
required to make sure operations function safely and
effectively.
In the early years and on the front end of Camp Blessing’s
future growth curve, full time staff
will need to be responsible for more than one function at a time.
For example, the COO will also
act as the Director of Facilities, Retreats/Rental Services, and
Business Operations. The field
staff will be part time workers who will be hired on an hourly
basis. As the plan reflects, there
will be only six full time staff in year one.
27. Financials
Camp Blessing prepared a Five Year Financial Plan which
incorporates a Phased construction
approach. At the heart of this plan is the gradual increase of
revenue over time from both
increased summer operations moving to a full ten week schedule
and increased non-summer
occupancy through greater scheduling of weekend and mid-week
groups. As discussed
previously, expenses will increase only to the extent that
revenue growth targets are met so as to
ensure year closes out with a “BLACK” bottom line. Tab ____
provide the financial specifics.
To ensure that Camp Blessing operates well into the future
physically, the financial plan
incorporates a maintenance plan which utilizes the resources
reserved by the “Depreciation”
account. Those resources are intended for planned replacement
of capital assets and prevent the
need to ask donors for additional funds. Camp Blessing will be
a fully self-sustaining operation.
28. SALARY STRUCTURE
Year 1 –
Executive Director - $76,000
Assistant Executive
Director - $20,000
Chief Operating
Officer - $50,000
29. Food Service - $35,000
Maintenance - $24,000
Admin Assistant - $30,000 Staff = 6 + part time*
Year 2 – Add
Retreats Manager $30,000
Value Communication/
Donor Relations - $30,000
Summer Program $30,000 Staff = 9 + part time*
ALLOWS EXPANSION OF WEEKEND AVAILABILITY AND
LIMITED MID-WEEK
AVAILABILITY
Year 3 – Add
Maintenance Manager
WWTP Operations - $30,000
Financial Operations - $35,000
Retreat/Rental Operations
Staff (Interns)
3 Each @ $12,000 $36,000 Staff = 14 + part time*
30. ALLOWS EXPANSION OF MID-WEEK AVAILABILITY
* - PART TIME STAFFING VARIES WITH SCHEDULE
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Part A
1. Why is the money multiplier in the United States smaller than
the inverse of the required reserve ratio? Provide one (1)
reason.
2. Explain why depositing cash into a checking account does not
31. change the money supply. Provide one (1) supporting fact.
3. Explain why the money supply does not change when one
individual writes a check to another. Provide one (1) supporting
fact.
Part B
1. Describe one (1) reason why the flexibility of wages and
prices tend to favor the Keynesian economic view in the short
run and one (1) reason why the flexibility of wages and prices
tend to favor the classical economic view in the long run.
2. Refer the figure below and explain what happens in each
graph (A, B, and C) when an economy is moving from a
recession (point a) back to full employment.